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F296 UVX

1989 Yamaha FZR1000

Black Petrol 989cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Apr 2027
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

22,895 mi
Last recorded22,895 miles
Recorded on17 Apr 2026
Typical for 1989 Yamaha FZR100031,666 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF296 UVX
MakeYamaha
ModelFZR1000
Year1989
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine989cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 17 Apr 2026 22,895 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2025 22,842 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2024 22,213 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2023 21,789 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2020 21,775 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2018 21,534 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2017 21,527 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2016 21,356 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2015 21,288 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2014 21,105 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2013 19,600 miles
Fail 28 Mar 2013 19,600 miles

Fuel system component leaking (7.2.1a)

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Offside Front Brake disc(s) cracked (3.2.A1g)

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 8 Apr 2011 10,977 miles

How Reliable is the Yamaha FZR1000?

Based on 13,432 MOT tests across 2,038 vehicles.

79.4%
Pass Rate
426
Miles/Year
39
Year Lifespan
2,038
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 312
reflector on motorcycle missing 280
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 206
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 202
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 155
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F296 UVX is a 1989 Yamaha FZR1000 in Black with a 989cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

Across all 1989 Yamaha FZR1000 models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.8% with a typical mileage of 31,666 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Yamaha FZR1000 fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 312 recorded failures. If you're considering buying F296 UVX, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Yamaha FZR1000 typically stays on UK roads for around 39 years. At 37 years old, this Yamaha FZR1000 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was F296 UVX registered?

F296 UVX is a 1989 Yamaha FZR1000, first registered on 31 December 1989.

Is F296 UVX safe to buy?

The MOT history for F296 UVX shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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